EBK PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
EBK PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
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ISBN: 9780100655065
Author: ALBRIGHT
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 12, Problem 67P

a)

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To determine: The safety stock that should be held at each warehouse.

Inventory and supply chain models:

The functions of inventory and supply chain are one of the most important business decision areas for an organization. The first important aspect of these concepts is to have adequate inventory on hand. The second important aspect is to carry a little amount of inventory as possible.

b)

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To show: A company when having only one warehouse has less safety stock compared to when the company has two warehouses.

c)

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To explain: The way the argument can be rebutted.

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